🍊 Irvine, CA Events Calendar (NOV-JAN)
Looking for something to do in our local market? Here are 30 curated events with links + descriptions.
✨ NOVEMBER EVENTS
1. Skating Under the Stars – Irvine Spectrum
Nov–Jan 4
Outdoor ice rink under the Giant Wheel.
🔗 https://www.irvinespectrumcenter.com/events-promotions
📞 (949) 790-4871
2. Holidayz at the Park – Great Park
Nov 16–Jan 4
Walkable light displays, photo ops, holiday décor.
🔗 https://www.cityofirvine.org/holidayz
3. Irvine Fine Arts Center Holiday Faire
Nov 8
Local makers, handcrafted goods, family-friendly shopping.
🔗 https://cityofirvine.org/news-media/press/article/90203
4. Letters to Santa – Drop-Off Locations
Nov 24–Dec 12
Kids can write Santa and get a reply.
🔗 https://www.cityofirvine.org/letterstosanta
5. Santa at Irvine Spectrum Center
Starts late Nov
Photos with Santa + nighttime tree lighting shows.
🔗 https://www.irvinespectrumcenter.com/events-promotions
6. Sounds of the Season – Live Music at Spectrum
Select nights in November
Holiday music throughout the center.
🔗 https://www.irvinespectrumcenter.com/events-promotions
7. OC Great Park Farmers Market
Sundays, weekly
Fresh produce, flowers, food trucks.
🔗 https://www.cityofirvine.org/great-park/farmers-market
8. Irvine Global Village Pop-Up Cultural Programming
Various November dates
Cultural demonstrations, small workshops.
🔗 https://cityofirvine.org
9. Irvine Barclay Theatre – Holiday Swing Concerts
Late November
Seasonal jazz & swing shows.
🔗 https://www.thebarclay.org
10. Black Friday Bash – Irvine Spectrum
Nov 28
Extended hours + live entertainment + shopping deals.
🔗 https://www.irvinespectrumcenter.com/events-promotions
🎁 DECEMBER EVENTS
11. Illuminate Irvine – Great Park
Dec 6
Tree lighting, carols, lights & family activities.
🔗 https://cityofirvine.org/holidayz
12. Modern Makers Mart – Woodbridge Village Center
Dec 6
Local artisan market, perfect for holiday gifts.
🔗 https://www.modernmakersmart.com
13. Silent Disco – Irvine Spectrum
Mid-December
Three DJs, glowing headphones, massive holiday dance party.
🔗 https://www.irvinespectrumcenter.com/events-promotions
14. Holiday Cookie Decorating Workshops
Early December
Fun for kids + families.
🔗 https://allevents.in/irvine
15. Christmas at Mariners Church Irvine
Dec 24–25
Large Christmas services + family attractions.
🔗 https://www.marinerschurch.org
16. Hanukkah Celebration at Irvine Spectrum
Dates vary
Menorah lighting and live entertainment.
🔗 https://www.irvinespectrumcenter.com/events-promotions
17. UCI Claire Trevor School of the Arts – Winter Performances
December
Choirs, dance, orchestra, and theater events.
🔗 https://ctsa.uci.edu/events
18. Pacific Symphony “Nutcracker for Kids” (near Irvine)
Early December, at nearby Segerstrom Center
Family-friendly seasonal concert.
🔗 https://www.pacificsymphony.org
19. Irvine Improv Comedy Shows
All December
Stand-up, touring comics, holiday specials.
🔗 https://improv.com/irvine
20. Irvine Park Railroad Christmas Train (nearby OC tradition)
Throughout December
Beloved OC holiday outing families from Irvine love.
🔗 https://www.irvineparkrailroad.com
21. Pretend City – Winter Holidays Around the World
Early–Late December
Kids’ exhibits celebrating global traditions.
🔗 https://www.pretendcity.org
22. Holiday Pet Photos – Irvine Animal Care Center
Mid-December
Bring your pets for festive photo ops.
🔗 https://www.cityofirvine.org/irvine-animal-care-center
23. Community Fitness Pop-Ups (Yoga, Pilates, HIIT)
Dec + Jan
Free or low-cost instructor-led classes at community centers.
🔗 https://www.cityofirvine.org
24. Woodbury Town Center Holiday Carriage Rides
Mid–Late December
Seasonal carriage rides + live carolers.
🔗 https://www.woodburytc.com
25. Winter Wonderland at Irvine Marketplace
Mid December
Snow play zones + Santa photo ops + activities.
🔗 https://www.ennisjones.com/irvine-marketplace-events
🌱 JANUARY EVENTS
26. New Year Wellness Week – Irvine Community Centers
Early January
Free intro fitness classes & healthy living programs.
🔗 https://www.cityofirvine.org
27. Lunar New Year Market (Great Park / local community)
Late January
Lunar New Year-themed foods, lanterns, kids’ activities.
🔗 https://www.cityofirvine.org/events
28. Irvine Fine Arts Center – Winter Exhibitions
January 2026
New exhibitions open shortly after the holidays.
🔗 https://cityofirvine.org/play/community-library-services-department/city-special-events
29. Irvine Museum — Early California Art Collection
January rotation
Special exhibits & seasonal tours.
🔗 https://www.irvinemuseum.org
30. Great Park Garden Workshops
January weekends
Hands-on family gardening classes, composting, and plant care.
🔗 https://www.cityofirvine.org/great-park
